It is highly drought-tolerant due to an extensive root system that accesses deep groundwater.
It is a high-quality indicator species for prairie health. Its flowers provide pollen for small native bees, including mason and carpenter bees.
1. African Star Grass ( Cynodon nlemfuensis & C. plectostachyus ) star grass
It thrives in moist soils and wetland margins, making it a favorite for pond edges and bog gardens.
Primarily used for livestock, this is a vigorous, warm-season perennial known for its rapid spread and high productivity. It is highly drought-tolerant due to an extensive
It produces showy, star-shaped white bracts that surround its small flowers, creating a striking visual contrast against dark water.
Popular agricultural varieties include Ona , Florona , and Florico . 2. Yellow Star Grass ( Hypoxis hirsuta ) Primarily used for livestock, this is a vigorous,
Hypoxis hirsuta (Yellow Star Grass) Liliaceae - Lake Forest College